have had enough

Idioms  

1. Want no more of something, as in I've had enough of their quarreling. This phrase uses enough in the sense of “an adequate amount,” which is intended ironically to mean “a more than sufficient amount.” [c. 1700] For synonyms, see fed to the gills; have had it, def. 1.

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Example Sentences

Viral posts of an Australian street dubbed the country's "most beautiful" have enticed coachloads of visitors to a picturesque seaside town -- and locals have had enough of it.

From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026

The trick is knowing your cat, their body language and when they have had enough, she added.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Apparently the gas station’s owners have had enough with all the attention from reporters, TikTok personalities and other gawkers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 25, 2026

It’s only lately that researchers have had enough data on which people, in which jobs are actually using AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

But I have had enough melodrama in this life, and would willingly give my five senses if they could ensure us our present peace and security.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier

Related Words

• annoy
• bore
• depress
• dishearten
• exasperate
• exhaust
• fade
• irk
• tire